We also have a lovely collection of Welsh language cards for a variety of occasions. More options available in store!

On April 25th join us for our month board games cafe! On the last Saturday of every month from 10AM to 3PM come and enjoy our free game library with a cup of tea or coffee and 10% all board games.

Michael The Amazing Mind-Reading Sausage Dog is an adorable story for young readers about a little dog with big dreams! This and another of Michael's adventures can be found on our Firefly Press table in store! Can also be found online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/mich...

This June 9th we'll once again be welcoming Robin Ince for an Evening with Robin Ince! Come celebrate his newest releases with an evening filled with wit and wonder. Purchase your tickets here to guarantee a space: www.ticketsource.com/Storyville-B...

We have a collection of greetings cards for a variety of occasions! Lots more to be found in store.

'This quiet, wistful book shares a love story of the profound relationship between a writer and her roots, a woman and nature, an observer and the world.' A wonderful review of Sarah Chaves's 'Hafren: The Wisdom of the River Severn' by @grrlscientist.bsky.social in @forbes.com: shorturl.at/GQxGy

Kaden's Recommendations! Recommendation 102: Thousand Autumns by Meng Xi Chi Available online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/thou... A historical fantasy danmei wuxia novel series exploring whether the purest of souls can be corrupted by hate.

From our manga shelves. Perfect World by Rie Aruga has been praised for its realistic and honest depiction of the struggles faced by some disabled individuals in romantic relationships. Available in store or online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/perf...

Also on April 18th we have a Pen and Wash Watercolour Workshop with Karin Mear! If you're in an artistic mood and looking to get into a new hobby you can book your space here: www.ticketsource.com/pontypridd-a...

We have a Jigsaw Lino workshop coming up on April 18th with Jacqueline Jones! Book your place here: www.ticketsource.com/pontypridd-a...

Hi! We're an alternative to Amazon's Audible, & here are a few things that people often don't know about us: 1. We have over 600k audiobooks in our catalog! You'll pretty much find whatever you want to read, other than Audible exclusives (but that's on them, not us)

Next Friday we'll be welcoming Leslie Scase who will be signing copies of his newest Inspector Chard Mysteries novel, Pagan Rites. He'll be here from 1PM to 2PM!

From our Firefly Press table! Vanishing Edge is a darkly comic YA about a teenage girl's love-hate relationship with her hometown and the tidal push and pull of family ties vs her dreams of escape. Available in store or online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/vani...

The most up to date book on the work of worldwide celebrated visual artist Yoko Ono. Available in store or online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/yoko...

Follow the evil supervillain, known as the General, as he takes a break from his every day evils on a much deserved day off. But can he enjoy his break when a local hero catches him out and about? Mr. Villain's Day Off is available in store and online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/mr-v...

Easter is only a couple weeks away! Check out our list of Easter stories and activities to keep your little ones occupied. uk.bookshop.org/lists/easter...

Keep an eye out for our Monthly Manga Club! Starting from April 25th, the last Saturday of every month between 10AM and 3PM, we will have a number of manga related activities including crafts and a manga swap. We will be here to offer recommendations and during those times all manga will be 10% off!

Kaden's Weekly Recommendations! Week 101: The Earl Meets His Match by TJ Alexander Available online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/tj-a... A hilarious historical romantic comedy about a young Earl's desperate search for a spouse with the help of his most competent valet.

Emily will be us from 1PM during our Pride Book Fair this June 20th to discuss their newest book, Rainbow Wales. A chance to learn about some of the significant LGBTQ+ figures of Wales' past and present!

Our free games library is back out! If you're looking for something to do why not pop in and browse? If you see a game you'd like to try simply take it to one of our tables and enjoy!

Our Firefly Press table is back! Check out these fantastic YA and Middle Grade titles published by indie publisher, and our friends, Firefly Press!

Our next Pokemon League Challenge with Gnome Game Club is tomorrow! Details can be found here. www.facebook.com/events/87765...

We are very much looking forward to welcoming back Robin Ince to Pontypridd on Tuesday 7th June. Celebrating the release of the paperback version of “Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal” and “Let the Quiet Ones Rise : Poems about standing up and standing out” www.ticketsource.co.uk/Storyville-B...

The Essential Horror of Joe R. Lansdale by Joe Lansdale: Review by Gabino Iglesias locusmag.com/review/...

The beautifully moving YA novel deeply inspired by Chinese mythology, Song of the Six Realms, is available in store and online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/song...

It was wonderful having everyone here with Karin Mear today! Her next workshop on April 18th has spaces available, you can book your space here! www.ticketsource.co.uk/pontypridd-a...

Dinhangfa Lwcus Duffy is a Welsh language children's story about the struggles faced by turtles in a plastic filled ocean and how they can be protected. Available in store and online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/diha...

Remainders of the Day is the latest in Shaun Bythell's diary series, filled with warmth and humor he details he life working The Bookshop in Wigtown. Available in store or online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/unti...

Tables are still available for the May Arts and Makers Fair! You can purchase your table here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/pontypridd-a...

We will be welcoming local historian Keith Jones to talk about ‘THE SOUTH WALES TORNADO of 27th October 1913 - and its aftermath of devastation in the Taff Valley’. Come join us on March 20th from 1PM!

On March 19th from 6:30PM we'll be hosting a launch event for No Show: The World Cup Teams That Never Were! It will feature a Q&A. More details can be found here: www.facebook.com/events/79719...

Leslie Scase will be signing copies of his newest Inspector Chard Mystery, Pagan Rites, in store March 27th! From 1PM to 2PM.

We can't wait to welcome everyone today for Karin Mear's Watercolour Tips, Techniques and Textures Workshop! Tickets are also now available for her next Watercolour Workshop here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/pontypridd-a...

Shounen is probably the most popular kind of manga. Though the word means "boy", Shounen manga appeals to all people and is known for being fast paced and filled with exciting action. Check out our list of popular Shounen manga! uk.bookshop.org/lists/manga-...

Kaden's Weekly Recommendations! Week Hundred: Horrible Histories: Cardiff by Terry Deary Available online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/hh-c... Learn about Cardiff's nasty history!From the attempted murder of Saint David to the origin of the leek becoming a symbol of Wales, there's a lot to learn!

Last week's book fair was fantastic! It was wonderful to see so many people there. If you are an author, publisher, poet, etc who would like to take part in our next Book Fair, which is our 2026 Pride Fair, you can book your table here! www.ticketsource.co.uk/Storyville-B...

Do you have a book, art or games related business? Then why not Pop up in Storyville Books and reach a new audience, promote yourselves and make sales! Saturday 2nd May www.ticketsource.co.uk/Storyville-B... Saturday 6th June www.ticketsource.co.uk/Storyville-B... More dates available.

@storyvillebooks.bsky.social saw this and thought of you

Iyashikei (Meaning "Healing style") is a style of manga written with the intention of being relaxing and calming. The stories typically follow characters on a journey of healing themselves and/or others. Find our list of some wonderful Iyashikei manga here: uk.bookshop.org/lists/manga-...

Kaden's Weekly Recommendations! Week Ninety Nine: This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron Available online via: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/this... A teenage girl with power over plants discovers the secrets of her birth family after she inherits a house from a mysterious unknown relative.

Lovely to see people here to see the wonderful people we have selling their work today! Our Book Fair runs until 3PM so there's still plenty of time to pop in!

We have a silk painting workshop happening in store until 1PM! Come check it out

Join us today from 9AM to 3PM for our Spring Book Fair! A number of wonderful writers are in store selling copies of their work. A crafts table will also be available for children!

At times like these it always helps to read some William Butler Yeats

I am starting another bookshop and library tour in late April - tour dates here and more being added - including Devon and Cornwall at end of June robinince.com #bookshops #libraries #poetry #books #comedy

A survey of 1544 people in Wales found only 7% could correctly identify the new Senedd electoral system in Wales 🗳️ Other striking (even if familiar) findings re knowledge of devolved affairs Via Cardiff Uni/You Gov @stephencushion.bsky.social www.enhancingimpartiality.com/blog/knowled...

A private equity firm buying a business and then destroying it for profit? A complete shock, I tell you.

Ever wish email was fun instead of bills and boring work stuff? Now it can be! Sign up to get notified when I post new free science fiction stories, jokes, and writing tips, and be the first to know about my new book releases. dnschmidt.com/newsletter/

Now would be a good time for anyone who wants to learn about recent Iranian history to read this. It is well worth your time and money (I am sure your local library has it if you don’t want to purchase it).